What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Assistance Navigator position at Oneworld Community Health Centers Inc?
Be Inspired By the Work You Do
At OneWorld, we believe that improving patient health outcomes requires addressing the social determinants of health, such as education. For this reason, OneWorld operates the Learning Community Center of South Omaha (LCCSO). The LCCSO works with children and families to challenge the opportunity gap through early childhood education, family engagement, and future teacher preparation. Our goal is to measurably improve educational outcomes for children and families.
We are seeking a mission-driven Social Assistance Navigator to join our team!
This is a full-time position based out of the Learning Community Center of South Omaha (23rd and M) also covering our Bancroft Elementary location. This position works with participant families at their homes or at the center/school and coordinates with other staff at the LCCSO. The schedule will be based off of the participants needs and team meetings. Working some evenings or Saturdays will be required as some of our participants work during the day.
OneWorld Community Health Centers is a growing Omaha-based organization that employs over 500 people while still retaining a true family feel. Out of 1,400 Community Health Centers nationwide, OneWorld ranks within the top 2% in terms of clinical outcomes. It takes all of us, with our various talents and positions, to achieve results like this. Our employees are united by a desire to help the community, and it shows.
OneWorld Community Health Centers, Inc. provides a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance; Tuition Reimbursement; 401(k); a free fitness center and more. If you want to apply your unique skill set to a diverse, caring, growing nonprofit that serves 50,000 patients, please apply.
You can make a difference in your life and the lives of others.
OneWorld Community Health Centers, Inc. is committed to ensuring equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all hiring and employment practices. We are committed to equal treatment for all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, disability, sex/gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer
- A bachelors degree in human services, social services, psychology, sociology or related field required. A bachelors degree in social work or early childhood education is preferred.
- One or more years of experience in social services is preferred. Knowledge of social service resources and experience completing needs assessments and evaluations is preferred.
- Strong communication skills in both English and Spanish including written, verbal, and presentation skills required.
- Competency in the use of Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint, is required.
- Demonstrated task and detail orientation, completing and documenting visits in a timely manner.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently but still committed to the team function and overall program mission.
- Willingness to visit program participants in their homes is required. A valid drivers license and automobile insurance, along with a clean driving record, are required.
- Demonstrated ability to build rapport and establish relationships with people of diverse populations and backgrounds.
- Demonstrated ability to generate innovative ideas to enhance our social service offerings and to connect larger numbers of participants with supportive resources.
- Ability and willingness to work occasional evenings.